Fictitious Name
- Must be filed if business name does NOT include your LAST name
ex: Jones Radio Repair vs. Bill's Radio Repair - Must be filed if business name suggests other owners
Smith and Sons
Johnson and Associates
Peterson and Company - Filing fee of $52
- Advertising Requirements
- Required publication for business usage
- General Circulation
ex: local newspaper in your area - County Legal Journal -ONLY one
ex: Westmoreland County Law Journal 724-834-7260
ex; Allegheny County Law Journal 412-261-6255
ex: Fayette County Law Journal 724-430=1227 - PA Department of State -Corporation Bureau 717-787-1057

